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Things to see in Schaffhausen (Switzerland): 97 places and when to go

Schaffhausen is a town in Switzerland, and this site lists 97 places in and around it, mainly History (24), Hiking (18), Hot springs (17). The best known are Rhine Falls, Munot and Rheinau Abbey. The best time to come is December to March and May to October; also possible: April and November. In June there are 15 h 46 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 14. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.

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In a nutshell

Where
Switzerland · 47.706, 8.633
Places
97 places on this site, in the town and around it.
What people come for
History (24) · Hiking (18) · Hot springs (17) · Nature (15) · Architecture (13) · Food and drink (9)
Best time
December to March and May to October.
Also possible
April and November.
Nearest airport
ZRH Zurich, 28 km as the crow flies
Highest point
Hagenturm, at 909 m.

What to see in Schaffhausen

The places in and around Schaffhausen, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.

And the other 73, by what you come to do:

When to go to Schaffhausen

The best time to visit Schaffhausen is December to March and May to October; also possible: April and November. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.

  1. JanBest time8:37
  2. FebBest time10:00
  3. MarBest time11:35
  4. AprPossible13:24
  5. MayBest time14:56
  6. JunBest time15:46
  7. JulBest time15:25
  8. AugBest time14:05
  9. SepBest time12:20
  10. OctBest time10:34
  11. NovPossible9:01
  12. DecBest time8:14

Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight

In June there are 15 h 46 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 14. In May, 97 of the 97 places are at their best.

When to go to Switzerland in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.

Getting to Schaffhausen

The nearest main airport is Zürich Airport (ZRH, Zurich), 28 km as the crow flies. How to get around Switzerland (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.

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Other towns nearby

And all of Switzerland, in its country guide.

Frequently asked questions

What is there to see in Schaffhausen?

The best known: Rhine Falls, Munot, Rheinau Abbey, Laufen Castle, Hohenklingen Castle. In all, 97 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.

When is the best time to visit Schaffhausen?

December to March and May to October; also possible: April and November. In June there are 15 h 46 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 14.

How do you get to Schaffhausen?

The nearest main airport is Zürich Airport (ZRH), 28 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.

How do I add it to my trip?

Create a trip with Schaffhausen as the destination and these 97 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.

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